Weekly Music Chart 2008 – October week 4

Music: Sigvardt, Mikkel / Lyrics: Yoo Young Jin
Album: DBSG Vol. 4 Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: DBSG’s "Mirotic" remains No. 1 for the 2nd week in a row. Just like last week, this song is involved in another close fight to come out on top, as the boys have to hold off hard-chargers Wonder Girls by merely 2 points. "Mirotic" is still gaining in scores so expect another close call for No. 1 next week. The past 2 weeks have been the most exciting battle for the top spot the whole year, and it is expected to continue this way for the next few weeks as many top stars have powerful new songs climbing up the chart.

2. (+1) Wonder Girls – Nobody
Score: 960 Genre: Retro Pop / Dance

Music + Lyrics: Park Jin YoungAlbum: Wonder Girls: The Wonder Years: Trilogy Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: In any other week, this song would have moved up to No. 1 with a high score of 960. But DBSG are no ordinary opponents, and "Nobody" is just 2 points behind. With the album sales score counting for this song now, it is in full swing. The girls’ high TV exposure and nearly perfectly score may propel them to the top next week. They will need all of that.

3. (-1) Brown Eyed Girls – 어쩌다 (How)
Score: 928Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Brave Brothers / Lyrics: Kim Yi NaAlbum: Brown Eyed Girls mini-album Vol. 2 Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: The title track of Brown-eyed Girls’ second mini-album "My Style". It features advanced electronic sounds and a highly addictive melody. The repetition of its refrain to the beat is especially impressive. The music video of the song shows the band members dressed sexily. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)

Album: Epik High mini-album "Lovescream" Track 6 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: Moving up quickly to the top 5 is Epik High’s "One Minute One Second", coming from their new mini-album "Lovescream". This song is totally different from their previous songs. Epik High are showing off their soft, romantic side with a series of love songs. Another song with great potential to compete for the top spot next week.

5. (+7) See Ya – Hot Girl
Score: 789Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Cho Young Soo / Lyrics: Ahn Young MinAlbum: See Ya Vol. 3 Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: Like Epik High, See Ya’s change of music style is well accepted by fans, as they are moving up 7 spots into the top 5. Having a 180-degree change from their previous songs, See Ya are coming back with a dance hit "Hot Girl". Seems that a lot of female R&B vocal groups have switched to dance music lately. This is definitely a first for See Ya. Their previous 3 albums’ title tracks all went to No. 1. Let’s see whether this song can withstand the strongest competitions and come out on top.

6. (-1) Son Dam Bi – 미쳤어 (Become Crazy)
Score: 697Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Brave Brothers / Lyrics: Eric
Album: Son Dam Bi Mini Album Vol. 2 Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: The title track of Son Dam-bi’s second mini-album, this dance song is a combination of retro and modern sounds that create a dreamlike mood. Eric’s rap adds charm to the song. The music video of "Crazy" shows the sexy Son Dam-bi performing a unique dance. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)

Music + Lyrics: Park Jin YoungAlbum: 2PM single Vol. 1 Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: This is the representative track for 2PM’s debut single, "Hottest Time of the Day". 2PM is a new-concept performance group comprising Jun-su, Jae-beom, Nik-koon, Taek-yeon, Woo-young, Jun-ho and Chan-sung. The dance song’s fun lyrics are about giving a lovely woman 10 out of 10 points. The music video features 2PM’s surprising multitude of skills, which include singing, B-boying and acrobatic dancing. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)

Music: Shin In Soo / Lyrics: Yang Jae SunAlbum: MC The Max Vol. 6 Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: Moving up fast and scores another top 10 hit is MC The Max with "Tears Without Knowing". Over the years, the trio has had many sad rock ballad hits that are made for winter. This song is again written by Shin In Soo and Yang Jae Sun, who the group teamed up with for last past few hit songs. MC The Max members are expected to be enlisted in the army after this album, so fans should cherish their songs even more.

Album: Shinee Vol. 1 Track 3 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: This is the representative track of SHINee’s official first album, "The SHINee World". The punky dance track with a rhythmic groove is a remake of Danish artiste Martin’s "Show the World". The impressive lyrics compare love to oxygen. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)

10. (–) FT Island – 사랑후애 (Lying Love)
Score: 468Genre: Rock Ballad

Music + Lyrics: Han Sung HoAlbum: FT Island Vol. 2 Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: This is the title track of F.T.Island’s 2nd album "Colorful Sensibility". It’s a rock ballad number that tells of heartbreak after love is gone. The song is enhanced by the magnificent accompaniment of a 60-member orchestra. The music video features crystal clear, transparent visuals. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)

11. (–) Big Bang – 하루하루 (Day By Day)
Score: 449Genre: Pop / R&B Dance

Music + Lyrics: G-DragonAlbum: Big Bang 3rd mini-album "Stand Up" Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: Title track for Big Bang’s third mini-album "Stand Up". A dance number combining sensitive chords with a powerful beat, co-written by G-dragon and master of Japanese house, Daishi Dance. The music video stars G-dragon, T.O.P. and actress Park Min-young in a tragic love triangle surrounding a lover whose days are numbered. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)

12. (-5) Younha – 텔레파시 (Telepathy)
Score: 416Genre: Pop / Piano Rock

Music: Hwang Chan Hee / Lyrics: Kim Yi Jin, NanaAlbum: Younha Vol. 2 Track 3 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: This is the representative track for Younha’s 2nd album, "Some Day." It has a lively vibe melding a rock sound with a piano melody. The music video shows the charismatic Younha performing live and adorably acting out how she’d send telepathic love signals to a boyfriend. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)

Music + Lyrics: Brave Brothers
Album: M Vol. 4 Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: This is the representative track for M’s (Lee Min-woo) 4th album, "M Rising". A dance song of the "Dirty South" genre, it’s got lyrics that are about the psychology of a bad guy’s mentality toward his woman. The music video features scenes of M and Big Tone, who is featured in the song, recording, scenes of choreography being practiced, dance performances and more. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)

Album: Dynamic Duo Vol. 4 Track 3 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: This is the representative track for Dynamic Duo’s 4th album, "Last Days". With a hip-hop style that melds a powerful beat with electric sounds, the song is laced with lyrics praising the solo life in an effort to forget the pain of a separation. Alex is featured and Jun Jin makes a cameo appearance in the music video. (credits to Arirang TV- Pops In Seoul)

Album: MBC Drama "East Of Eden" OST Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: One of the most anticipated dramas in 2008, "East Of Eden" stars Song Seung Hun, Lee Da Hae, Yeon Jung Hoon, Lee Yeon Hee, and Han Ji Hye. The megacast extends to the drama OST as well, and the title song "Opposed By Fate" is a duet between SG Wannabe and rising star Kim Jong Wook. Top songwriter Cho Young Soo, who has written hit songs for both SG Wannabe and Kim Jong Wook this year, is in charge of this R&B ballad.

17. (-4) Kim Bum Soo – (Sad Inflection)
Score: 318Genre: Pop Ballad

Music: Hwang Chan Whee / Lyrics: Yoon Sa RaAlbum: Kim Bum Soo Vol. 6 Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: Title track for Kim Bum-soo’s 6th album. This is a classic ballad sung by one of the most persuasive voices in K-pop. The lyrics express the feelings of days spent longing for a lover now gone. Actor Jisung, a fast friend Kim Bum-soo made in the army, features in the music video to great acclaim. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)

18. (+11) Crown J – Fly Boy
Score: 316Genre: Hip-hop

Album: Crown J min-album "Fly Boy" Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: After gaining a lot of popularity this year with the song "Too Much" and also from his appearance on the reailty show "We Got Married", Crown J is back with a mini-album "Fly Boy". The title song of the same name enters our top 20 this week. It has an attractive intro with a listener-friendly melody along with Crown J’s rap.

19. (+12) U-Kiss – 어리지 않아 (Not Young)
Score: 272Genre: Hip-hop

Album: U-Kiss Vol. 1 Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: This is the representative track for U-Kiss’ single album, "N Generation," which is the debut album for this multinational group. The members are Elai, Kevin, Ki-beom, Dong-ho, Su-hyun and Alexander. The hip-hop dance track has a style like Dirty South, the music for which was written by the hit-making Brave Brothers. It melds a piano melody and addictive refrain. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)

20. (+14) TBNY – Hey DJ
Score: 241Genre: Hip-hop

Album: TBNY Vol. 2 "Hi Side-A" Track 3 Purchase this albumWatch:MVLive PerformanceComment: A staple name in Korea’s underground hip-hop scene and part of the Movement family, TBNY is back with the new seven-track release Hi Side A, which is the first chapter in a two-release campaign (stay tuned for Side B!). TBNY invited many friends and frequent collaborators to participate in their album’s production, like Epik High’s Tablo. TBNY has featured in many of Epik High’s tracks before, and this time Tablo returns the favor by composing the main track Hey DJ, which is penned by TBNY. (credits to ~S2~, Yesasia)

Blue: Songs to watch out under top 20Green: Editor’s recommendations under top 20

BONUS TRACK:Piano – 여자인가봐 (Must Be a Woman)Genre: R&B BalladAlbum: Piano digital single "Must Be A Woman" Track 1Listen To:Full SongComment: Piano, one of the most skilled female live vocalists, has returned with her third project, “Must be a Woman”. This song is a sad song that incorporates soul and hip-hop at the same time, making the song a hybrid soul genre. Kiroy T’s sad rap further brings out the sadness of the song. The song starts off with mellow piano instrumentals along with funky guitar sounds. The song is about girls sympathizing towards their fellow girlfriends who have recently faced hardship due to a breakup. The song brings out the frankness of their talk. (credits to motoway065)